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A series Switches & Pilot Lights
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A series Switches & Pilot Lights

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Overview: This document serves as a comprehensive guide for A Series Switches and Pilot Lights, covering specifications, configurations, and operational guidelines. It includes details on mounting hole sizes, shapes, unit types, contact configurations, durability, protection ratings, and accessories.
Specifications: The switches and pilot lights come in various mounting hole sizes (ø16, ø12, ø10, ø8) and shapes (round, square, rectangular). They feature illuminated pushbuttons, pilot lights, and selector switches with operational modes such as momentary, maintained, and spring return. Contact configurations include SPDT and DPDT with gold-clad silver contacts, rated for 110V AC/1A and 24V DC/1A resistive loads.
Durability and Protection: Momentary operations have an electrical durability of at least 100,000 operations, while mechanical durability extends to 1,000,000 operations. The protection rating is IP65 and IP40 as per IEC 60529 standards.
Light Source and Colors: LED lamps (IDEC’s LATD) are used, available in colors like amber, blue, green, pure white, red, and yellow. Button and lens colors include black, blue, green, red, white, and yellow.
Accessories and Approvals: Accessories include switch guards, sockets, terminal covers, dust covers, and mounting hole plugs. The products are UL recognized, CSA certified, EN compliant, and CCC approved, meeting standards such as UL508, CSA C22.2 No.14, and EN60947-5-1.
LED Lamp Ratings: LED lamps have voltage ranges of 5V DC, 12V AC/DC, 24V AC/DC, and a life expectancy of approximately 50,000 hours. Contact block ratings include a rated insulation voltage of 250V and a rated thermal current of 3A.
Operational Conditions: Operating temperatures range from -25 to +55°C, with storage temperatures from -30 to +80°C. Operating humidity is between 45 to 85% RH. The switches have a contact resistance of 50 mΩ maximum and an insulation resistance of 100 MΩ minimum.
Dimensions and Installation: Detailed dimensions for illuminated pushbuttons and pilot lights are provided, along with terminal arrangements and mounting hole layouts for easy installation.
Components and Accessories: Square units (AL-DQ2), rectangular units (AL-DH2), and mounting hole plugs made of black nitryl rubber (AL-B2) are available. Solder terminals with built-in resistor and PC board terminal options are also provided.
Installation and Maintenance: Use the Lens Removal Tool (MT-101) for lens assembly removal and the lamp holder tool (OR-66) for LED lamp replacement. Tighten locking rings with the optional wrench (MT-002) to a maximum torque of 0.78 N·m. Soldering should be done at 350°C within 3 seconds using a 60W soldering iron.
Operating Instructions: Ensure operating/storage temperature and humidity are within specified ratings. Use IP65 units in environments with oil, water, or dust. Do not connect NO and NC contacts of the microswitch to different voltages.
Environmental and Safety Precautions: Ensure proper wiring and use of non-corrosive rosin flux. Avoid excessive tightening of components to prevent damage. Ensure correct polarity for LED lamps to avoid damage.
Key Data from Tables and Diagrams: The document includes tables detailing LED lamp ratings, contact ratings, and mechanical and electrical durability. Diagrams illustrate terminal arrangements, mounting hole layouts, and dimensions for various components, aiding in proper installation and maintenance.
Operating Instructions Overview: Detailed instructions for the A8 Series focus on LED lamp replacement, panel mounting, wiring, and environmental considerations. Use the lamp holder tool (OR-66) for lamp operations and the optional locking ring wrench (MT-004) for securing the locking ring. Solder terminals at 350°C within 3 seconds using a 60W soldering iron and non-corrosive rosin flux.
Contact Information: Contact details for IDEC Corporation offices worldwide are provided for further assistance.
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A series Switches & Pilot Lights [dec Think Automation and beyond... IDEC CORPORATION

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A Series Selection Guide 016 012 010 08 A Series Selection Guide 016 012 010 08 A Series Switches and Pilot Lights Mounting Hole Size Illuminated Pushbuttons (Momentary, Maintained) Pilot Light Pushbuttons (Momentary, Maintained) Illuminated Pushbuttons (Momentary, Maintained) Pilot Light Pushbuttons (Momentary, Maintained) Illuminated Pushbuttons (Momentary, Maintained) Pilot Light Pushbuttons (Momentary, Maintained) Bezel Color Light Source LED lamp (IDEC’s LAD-S) LED lamp (IDEC’s LAD-S) LED lamp (IDEC’s LAD-S) Button/Illumination Color Illumination: amber, green, red, white, yellow Button:...

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Light duty in short 22mm body length. • Features IDEC’s original mechanism for snap-action switching. Suitable for a wide variety of office and factory aplications. • The LED lamp contains a current-limiting resistor and a diode for protection against reverse connection. • Degree of protection: IP40 and IP65 (IEC 60529) • UL recognized, CSA certified, EN compliant, and CCC approved. Applicable Standards Specifications Contact Ratings (Contact Block) Rated Insulation Voltage • Minimum applicable load: 5V AC/DC, 1 mA (applicable range may vary with operating conditions and load types) Weight (example)...

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• See page 7 for dimensions. • See page 20 for marking plate size and engraving area. • When using white lens unit (clear lens + white marking plate) with color codes A, G, R, or S, specify “W” before © in the Part No. (without CCC marking) Example: AL6H-M24W© • A pure white (JW) LED lamp is used for yellow illumination.

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• See page 7 for dimensions. • See page 20 for marking plate size and engraving area. • When using white lens unit (clear lens + white marking plate) with color codes A, G, R, or S, specify “W” before © in the Part No. (without CCC marking) Example: AL6H-M24W© • A pure white (JW) LED lamp is used for yellow illumination.

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A6 Series Illuminated Pushbuttons and Pilot Lights Dimensions ø16 Dimensions (Illuminated Pushbuttons & Pilot Lights) Terminal Width 2.8×0.5t 3 Panel Thickness 0.5 to 6 Rectangular Rectangular w/3-way barrier (TOP) Locking Ring Rubber Gasket Anti-rotation Ring Pilot Light Illuminated Pushbutton Terminal Arrangement (bottom view) Illuminated Pushbutton Pilot Light Lamp Terminal (–) Lamp Terminal (–) With contact: NC1, NO1, C1 terminal only Mounting Hole Layout Round/Square +0.2 0 Note: Determine mounting centers to ensure easy operation. Rectangular Rectangular w/3-way barrier

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• Specify a color code in place of ® or © in the Part No. • See page 9 for dimensions. • See page 20 for marking plate size and engraving area. • Black is available for lens style buttons. Black lens consists of a clear lens and a black marking plate. Specify “B” in place of © in the Part No. Example:AB6H-M2LB

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A6 Series Pushbuttons ø16 Dimensions Rubber Gasket Terminal Width 2.8×0.5t Anti-rotation Ring 2.5 3 Locking Ring Panel Thickness 0.5 to 6 Rectangular Rectangular w/3-way barrier (TOP) Mounting Hole Layout Terminal Arrangement (bottom view) Rectangular Rectangular w/3-way barrier Note: Determine mounting centers to ensure easy operation. Note: SPDT has only NC1, NO1, and C1 terminals. All dimensions in mm.

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How to change the operator position Pull out the bezel to release the lock. Rotate the bezel, and push it in at 45° intervals to lock the bezel. Operator position can be changed by IDEC’s original bezel rotating and locking system. The bezel can be locked at every 45° and bezel rotation is prevented while mounting on a panel. Example: 3-position • Bezel: black • Knob: black Contact Operation Terminal Arrangement (bottom view) (Selector Switch) (top) Mounting Hole Layout Round/Square 0l6.2+0'2 Note: Determine mounting centers to ensure easy operation. All dimensions in mm.

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• Specify the key code in place of □ in the Part No.: T (disc tumbler key), S (wave key) • For contact operation, see page 14. • Key is retained at • positions and removable at O positions. • Two keys are supplied. • The front of key cylinder is made of metal. • For disc tumbler key, only one type of key is available. • For wave key, besides the standard key (key number 0H), six other keys are also available. To order other keys, specify the key number as shown below: Note: Key number is indicated on the key cylinder. Standard keys do not have a key number indication.

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• Specify the key code in place of □ in the Part No.: T (disc tumbler key), S (wave key) • For contact operation, see page 14. • Key is retained at • positions and removable at O positions. • Two keys are supplied. • The front of key cylinder is made of metal. • For disc tumbler key, only one type of key is available. • For wave key, besides the standard key (key number 0H), six other keys are also available. To order other keys, specify the key number as shown below: Note: Key number is indicated on the key cylinder. Standard keys do not have a key number indication.

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• Specify the key code in place of □ in the Part No.: T (disc tumbler key), S (wave key) • For contact operation, see page 14. • Key is retained at • positions and removable at O positions. • Two keys are supplied. • The front of key cylinder is made of metal. • For disc tumbler key, only one type of key is available. • For wave key, besides the standard key (key number 0H), six other keys are also available. To order other keys, specify the key number as shown below: Note: Key number is indicated on the key cylinder. Standard keys do not have a key number indication.

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ø16 A6 Series Key Selector Switches Contact Operation Operator Position & Contact Operation (Top View) Positions Spring return from right DPDT Maintained Spring return from right Spring return from left Spring return two-way C Left Right Contact Contact NO NC NO NC Left Right Contact Contact NO NC NO NC C Left Right Contact Contact NO NC NO NC Left Right Contact Contact NO NC NO NC Left Right Contact Contact NO NC NO NC Right Contact Left Contact Rubber Gasket Terminal Width 2.8×0.5t Locking Ring Anti-rotation Ring Locking Ring Anti-rotation Ring Terminal Arrangement (bottom view) (Key Selector...

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